Ava Kottmeier

Counsellor, RCC, CCTP, MCP (they, she)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

6 Endorsed

713 Columbia Street, 103 (Floor 1), New Westminster, BC V3M

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If you've been feeling overwhelmed and want to reconnect with your values, and live a meaningful, empowering life, I would love to work with you. I am a queer, disabled trauma therapist who supports survivors of abuse and violence, adults of all ages, and teens 16+. If you are looking for sensory-friendly place to explore relational wounds, self-exploration, and reconnection with self/people/planet, I might be a good fit for your needs.

My work blends evidence-based techniques with holistic wisdom, drawing from somatic and creative activities to help you understand the parts of yourself beyond language. I help you process pain and joy with gentleness, warmth, and a sense of humour. My work also aligns with anti-oppressive values that honour your lived experience.

Like I always tell my clients, showing up is the hardest part. It is a privilege to do this work, and I would be honoured to hear from you. Learn more about who I am and what I do on my website, and reach out with any lingering questions.

Email Ava Kottmeier now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

713 Columbia Street

103 (Floor 1)

New Westminster, BC V3M map

BC Society for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse

3126 W Broadway

Vancouver, BC V6K map

Meet with me online or in-person in New Westminster - or if you prefer a natural space, I offer walk & talk therapy in Langley!

I specialize in Sexual Abuse, Trauma and PTSD and Emotional Disturbance

$165 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and groups

Connect with Ava Kottmeier

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

713 Columbia Street

103 (Floor 1)

New Westminster, BC V3M map

BC Society for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse

3126 W Broadway

Vancouver, BC V6K map

Meet with me online or in-person in New Westminster - or if you prefer a natural space, I offer walk & talk therapy in Langley!

I specialize in Sexual Abuse, Trauma and PTSD and Emotional Disturbance

$165 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and groups

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $165
Couple Sessions $180
Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, e-Transfer, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

AGA Financial Group Inc.
Alberta Blue Cross
Any/Out-of-network Insurance
Beneva | SSQ
BPA
Canada Life - PSHCP
Canada Life | Great-West Life
Chambers Plan
CINUP
Construction Workers Union
Coughlin & Associates LTD.
Cowan Insurance Group
CVAP | Crime Victim
DA Townley
Equitable Life of Canada
First Canadian Health
GMS
Green Shield Canada
iA Financial Group
Johnson
Johnston Group
LiUNAcare
Manulife
Maximum Benefit
Pacific Blue Cross
People Corporation
Simply Benefits
SunLife
TELUS Adjudicare
TELUS Health
Union Benefits
UV Insurance

Direct billing is available for many insurers. I offer limited reduced cost openings in the interest of addressing disparities in financial privilege. Reduced cost does not mean sale or discount. Please inquire for availability.

Ava Kottmeier

Counsellor, RCC, CCTP, MCP

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Ava Kottmeier

Counsellor, RCC, CCTP, MCP

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of British Columbia / 24295 Ava Kottmeier

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 2 years

Attended Adler University, Master of Counselling Psychology, Graduated 2024

Additional Credentials

Certificate from International Trauma Training Institute 138738 / 2025

Certificate from The Gottman Institute 3SJF1QVJJ / 2024

I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and engage in ongoing training as a part of my commitment to ethical practice. I have several certifications in trauma-focused therapy and modalities such as ACT and DBT.

Ava Kottmeier

Counsellor, RCC, CCTP, MCP

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Ava Kottmeier

Counsellor, RCC, CCTP, MCP

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Sexual Abuse
Trauma and PTSD
Emotional Disturbance

Expertise

Anxiety
Autism
Bisexual
Borderline Personality (BPD)
Chronic Illness
Chronic Pain
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Domestic Abuse
Domestic Violence
Grief
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Transgender

While I am a trauma-focused therapist, I have experience working through many other concerns. Folks who enjoy working with me tend to share in my identities of neurodivergence, queerness, and disability. Clients also appreciate my sense of humour and authenticity - I hold space that feels more human than clinical!

Ava Kottmeier

Counsellor, RCC, CCTP, MCP

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Ava Kottmeier

Counsellor, RCC, CCTP, MCP

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

6 Endorsements

Rim Yassine

Counsellor, RCC, CCTP, RP, MA

Ava brings warmth, attunement, and deep integrity to their work. I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone seeking to do meaningful inner healing work in a space filled with care, depth, and connection

Renu Nijjar

Counsellor, RCC, BA, MC

Ava blends clinical skill with deep presence and care. They show up with honesty, warmth, and a genuine commitment to their clients. They create space for real, meaningful change and are someone I trust completely as a fellow clinician. Highly recommend!

Josie Xun Liu

Counsellor, MCP, RCC

Ava's caring and empathetic nature creates a warm and safe therapeutic environment where clients feel comfortable exploring their experiences. I've witnessed the depth of her compassion and professionalism, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone.

Erin Miller Schumann

Counsellor, MCP-AT, RCC

Ava possesses a true gift for bringing justice driven passion into the therapeutic space in a safe and accessible way for all of their clients. With kindness and the goal of truly seeing their client's needs in the moment, Ava is skilled clinician.

Caprial Leung

Counsellor, MC, RCC

Ava offers a warm, grounded presence and brings deep care to their work. Their approach thoughtfully integrates both creative and body-based practices. Ava offers an inclusive, affirming and empowering space for clients to process their experiences.

Solidarity Therapy

Counsellor, MACP, CCC, RCC

Ava is a warm, and compassionate counsellor who provides individualized care to their clients. They have an inclusive practice and are very mindful of client diversity and intersections. Ava supports their clients in feeling heard, seen, and known.

Client Focus

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Age

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

Immuno-disorders ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Religion

Secular and Non-Religious

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Compassion Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Emotionally Focused
Expressive Arts
Feminist
Humanistic
Interpersonal
Narrative
Relational
Somatic
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

I pull from a variety of modalities that help me tailor my work to your unique needs. I help you understand who you are in the world, what you want your life to be, and how you can get there. This usually involves a combination of talk therapy, creative and body-focused activities, and experimenting with new ways of being outside the therapy room.

Ava Kottmeier

Counsellor, RCC, CCTP, MCP

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Ava Kottmeier

Counsellor, RCC, CCTP, MCP

Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

713 Columbia Street

103 (Floor 1)

New Westminster, BC V3M

Email me

My website

Additional Location

BC Society for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse

3126 W Broadway

Vancouver, BC V6K

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

Kitsilano

Meet with me online or in-person in New Westminster - or if you prefer a natural space, I offer walk & talk therapy in Langley!

Ava Kottmeier

Counsellor, RCC, CCTP, MCP

Meet with me online or in-person in New Westminster - or if you prefer a natural space, I offer walk & talk therapy in Langley!

Ava Kottmeier

Counsellor, RCC, CCTP, MCP